CAIT

Comprehensive Adult Intelligence Test

Equs

MelerEcckmanLawler

Version 1.1 (12/4/2021)

 Introduction

Welcome to the Comprehensive Adult Intelligence Test (CAIT).

The aim of project CAIT is to provide a free resource for estimating a full scale IQ (FSIQ) score
for adults interested in cognitive testing. The CAIT is designed for individuals over the age of
16.

The CAIT is inspired by and formatted to resemble the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale
(WAIS). Overall, the goal is to provide a similar but streamlined experience that can estimate
FSIQ in a timely manner.

Estimating FSIQ across a diverse range of test batteries is the best way to estimate the g factor,
or general factor of intelligence. Most online IQ tests concentrate on measuring a single factor.
The CAIT is designed to provide a more comprehensive view of general intelligence by testing
multiple factors.

The CAIT is an open ended project that will be updated over time to make it more accurate and
more comprehensive. If you have taken the WAIS professionally and decide to take the CAIT,
please submit your scores to u/EqusB to help improve this test.

Disclaimer
The CAIT is not a substitute for a professional IQ test. Scores obtained using the CAIT, if taken
correctly, are designed to give an accurate estimation of FSIQ. However, the CAIT is not a
diagnostic tool and cannot be used in any capacity other than as an informative tool. Individuals
seeking a diagnosis or comprehensive psychological report should be tested by a professional.

The CAIT is designed for native English speakers and adults over the age of 16. Non-native
English speakers cannot receive an accurate Verbal Comprehension Index. Individuals under the
age of 16 cannot receive an accurate IQ score.
 CAIT Sources and Acknowledgements

The vocabulary items were taken from a SAT Verbal section from 1985.

The general knowledge items were taken from a 2013 battery standardized on American college
students.

Visual Puzzles and Figure weights were created by hand with several items inspired by material
from the WAIS.

Digit span and Symbol search were designed to mimic the formatting of the WAIS as closely as
possible.

A special thank you goes out to u/MelerEcckmanLawler on Reddit for automating the subtests.
Your hard work is invaluable to this community.

An additional thank you goes out to all of the participants in the preliminary data collection
stage. CAIT would not be possible without those that volunteered their cognitive testing history
and time.
CAIT Test Structure

Verbal Comprehension Index

1. Vocabulary – 10 Minutes
2. General Knowledge – 10 Minutes

Perceptual Reasoning Index

3. Visual Puzzles – 13 Minutes
4. Figure Weights – 12 Minutes

Cognitive Proficiency Index

5. Digit Span (Working Memory) – X Minutes
6. Symbol Search (Processing Speed) – 2 Minutes

Test Time: Approximately 1 Hour

 Instructions

Each index subtest is listed separately on the following pages. Each subtest can be taken
separately at your leisure.

CAIT is designed to be taken on a monitor. Do not take this test on a cellphone. Failure to
adhere to this may invalidate your test result.

No outside resources are allowed at any point during this test. Pencils, paper, calculator,
google, etc, are NOT ALLOWED. The use of any outside resources invalidates your test result.

Please follow the instructions for each subtest carefully. Failure to adhere to the instructions will
invalidate the test result.

When finished, please record your raw score and or the reported scaled score. You will need to
use your raw scores to determine the scaled score for each subtest.

Once you have finished all of the subtests, use the tables provided in this document and follow
the instructions to determine your IQ score for each index, as well as a general ability score and
full scale IQ score.
 Test 1 - Vocabulary

This subtest is 10 minutes long and has 31 items.

The goal is to look at the bolded word at the top and choose the word from the list that means the OPPOSITE of
that word. You are looking for the ANTONYM of the word in question.

Move quickly and do not spend overly long on any question, though do not rush, as correct answers are more
important than speed. Most people have more than enough time to finish the test.

It is important to consider each option before answering, as you must select the answer that is the MOST opposite
of the word in question. As the questions become more challenging, you may be required to distinguish between
finer shades of meaning. There is always only one correct answer to each question.

Try the following example before starting:

TOUGH

a) Neatly garbled
b) Quietly stated
c) Greatly improved
d) Easily chewed
e) Extremely clean

Answer: D. Easily chewed means the opposite of TOUGH.

Open the link when you are ready to begin. Adjust your browser zoom so that you can see clearly.

https://wais-iv-vocabulary-c443c8.netlify.app/

If you have taken the WAIS-IV before and would like to contribute to data collection, please use the following link
instead:

https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=qvn61891db3c51ff
 Test 2 - General Knowledge

This subtest is 10 minutes long and has 32 items.

Your goal is to fill in the blank and answer the question.

Focus on correctly answering questions and do not rush. However, try to spend no more than 20-30 seconds on any
question.

Answer rules:

1. Answers will always be a SINGLE WORD WITH NO SPACES OR HYPHENS ETC. E.g. the answer would
NEVER be close-up (hyphenated) or a full name such as Benjamin Franklin (the answer would be Benjamin OR
Franklin).

2. Answers will always be in LOWER CASE.

3. This is not a spelling test; multiple spellings are accepted. In an event that you make a typo, you are allowed to
manually add the point to your total. Each question is worth 1 point. Please check your answers when finished to
insure you receive the correct score. If you were able to pronounce the correct answer you receive full value.

Try the following examples:

WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE LONG SLEEP SOME ANIMALS GO THROUGH DURING THE ENTIRE
WINTER?

Answer: hibernation

WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE RUBBER OBJECT THAT IS HIT BACK AND FORTH BY HOCKEY
PLAYERS?

Answer: puck

Open the link when you are ready to begin. Adjust your browser zoom so that you can see clearly.

https://wais-iv-general-knowledge-a61995.netlify.app/

If you have taken the WAIS-IV before and would like to contribute to data collection, please use the following link
instead:

https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=4jp61871b3649540
 Test 3 - Visual Puzzles

This subtest is 13 minutes long and contains 31 items.

This test is required to be taken on a monitor. Slow loading times on phone and difficulty viewing items will
invalidate the results.

Select the 3 options that combine to make the shape at the top without overlapping. The answer MUST be three; no
less, no more. You will only receive value for selecting all three correct options.

The pieces may be rotated in 360 degrees.

Example:

Answer: 2 4 6

Try the examples inside the link before starting.

https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=vbj5fe916a2cd596
 Test 4 - Figure Weights

This subtest is 12 minutes long and contains 26 items.

This test is required to be taken on a monitor. Slow loading times on phone and difficulty viewing items will
invalidate the results.

Your goal is to determine which figures are equivalent in weight and will subsequently balance the scale when
placed in the question mark box on the right.

This is a timed test and your goal is to move as quickly as possible between questions while being accurate. Do
not rush, but do not dawdle either. Accuracy will trump speed on this test.

This test has a very high ceiling and it is unlikely that you will finish the test. It is normal to not finish, and it is
possible to achieve an extremely high score without finishing.

RANDOM GUESSING IS NOT ALLOWED. You are, of course, allowed to make calculated guesses based on
your best estimates of the question. However, random guesses without attempting to solve the problem will not be
rewarded any points.

Therefore, the correct strategy is to utilize all of your time trying to SOLVE the problem at hand. Do not randomly
fill in the answers as you begin to run low on time.

Example:

Answer: 1

Try the examples inside the link before starting.

https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=6b45ff209f547a23
https://cait-fw.netlify.app/
 Test 5 - Digit Span

This is a test of memory. Your memory will be tested by having you listen to a series of numbers and requiring you
to recall them.

In this test, you should listen to the auditory digit prompts and type the numbers that you hear in the response box.
This test requires speakers and you will need to be able to hear clearly.

Remember that no resources are allowed during CAIT and you can only rely on your memory.

This test may take 10 to 15 minutes depending on your response speed.

Three tests will be administered in a row:

1. Digits Forward
2. Digits Backwards
3. Digits in Sequence

When ready, proceed to the link and listen carefully. Additionally, please insert your age and record the Scaled
Score at the bottom when you are finished.

https://wais-iv-digit-span-00667a.netlify.app/
 Test 6 - Symbol Search

This is a test of speed. Above all else, your goal in this subtest is to go as fast as you possibly can without making
errors.

You will be deducted points for making errors, so never guess the answer and do not respond faster than you can
determine the answer.

The objective is to determine whether or not ONE of the two symbols on the left side is in the list of symbols and
click on it. There can only be either ONE or ZERO symbols in the list. If the symbol is NOT in the list, click NO.

*Note: ONLY YOUR FIRST ATTEMPT AT THIS TEST COUNTS. Any additional attempts beyond your first
attempt do not count. As such, make sure you are fully focused and in a quiet space before starting.

Follow the instructions inside the link below and try the two examples before starting. Additionally, please insert
your age and record the Scaled Score at the bottom when you are finished.

You must change the size of your browser window to adjust the zoom.

https://wais-iv-symbol-search-f568d4.netlify.app/
 Normalization Tables
*Note: All subtest 90% confidence intervals are approximately +-2 Scaled Score (SS)

Vocabulary

Use the table and record your scaled score based on raw score.

*Note: Check the age norms below the table.

Raw SS

31 21
30 20
29 19
28 19
27 18
26 18
25 17
24 16
23 15
22 15
21 14
20 14
19 13
18 13
17 12
16 11
15 10
14 9
13 8
12 7
11 6
10 5
9 4
8 3
7 2
0 1

Age 16-17 +1 SS

Age 18-34 No change

Age 35+ -1 SS
General Knowledge

Use the table and record your scaled score based on raw score.

*Note: Check the age norms below the table.

Raw SS

31-32 22
28-30 21
26-27 20
24-25 19
22-23 18
20-21 17
19 16
17-18 15
16 14
14-15 13
12-13 12
10-11 11
9 10
8 9
7 8
6 7
5 6
4 5
3 4
2 3
1 2
0 1

Age 16-17 +2 SS

Age 18-19 +1 SS

Age 20-24 No change

Age 25+ -1 SS
Visual Puzzles

Use the table and record your scaled score based on raw score.

*Note: Partially correct answers are worth 0 points.

Raw SS

31 24
30 23
29 22
28 21
27 20
26 19
25 18
24 17
23 16
22 15
21 14
20 13
19 12
18 11
17 10
16 10
15 9
14 9
13 8
12 8
11 7
10 7
9 6
8 6
7 5
6 5
5 4
4 3
3 2
0 1
Figure Weights

Use the table and record your scaled score based on raw score.

*Note: Blind guesses do not count towards raw score and are removed from raw before converting to
SS. Failure to remove blind guesses will result in an invalid SS.

Raw SS

26 24
25 22
24 21
23 20
22 19
21 18
20 17
19 16
18 15
17 13
16 12
15 11
14 10
13 9
12 8
11 7
10 6
9 5
8 4
7 3
6 2
0 1
 Verbal Comprehension Index
Note: All Index 90% confidence intervals are approximately +-10 IQ points.
Add Vocabulary SS + General Knowledge SS

SS VCI

44 160
43 160
42 160
41 160
40 160
39 158
38 154
37 150
36 146
35 142
34 139
33 136
32 133
31 130
30 127
29 124
28 122
27 119
26 117
25 114
24 111
23 108
22 105
21 103
20 100
19 97
18 94
17 92
16 89
15 86
14 83
13 81
12 78
11 75
10 73
9 70
8 67
7 64
6 62
5 59
 Perceptual Reasoning Index
Add Visual Puzzles SS + Figure Weights SS

SS PRI
45 160
44 160
43 160
42 160
41 160
40 160
39 158
38 154
37 150
36 146
35 142
34 139
33 136
32 133
31 130
30 127
29 124
28 122
27 119
26 117
25 114
24 111
23 108
22 105
21 103
20 100
19 97
18 94
17 92
16 89
15 86
14 83
13 81
12 78
11 75
10 73
9 70
8 67
7 64
6 62
5 59
 Cognitive Proficiency Index
Add Digit Span + Symbol Search SS

SS CPI

38 155
37 150
36 146
35 142
34 139
33 136
32 133
31 130
30 127
29 124
28 122
27 119
26 117
25 114
24 111
23 108
22 105
21 103
20 100
19 97
18 94
17 92
16 89
15 86
14 83
13 81
12 78
11 75
10 73
9 70
8 67
7 64
6 62
5 59
 General Ability Index

Add Knowledge, Vocabulary, Visual Puzzles and Figure Weights SS

SS General Ability Index

92 170
91 170
90 170
89 169
88 168
87 167
86 166
85 165
84 164
83 163
82 162
81 161
80 160
79 158
78 157
77 156
76 155
75 153
74 152
73 151
72 150
71 148
70 146
69 145
68 143
67 142
66 140
65 139
64 137
63 136
62 134
61 132
60 130
59 129
58 127
57 125
56 124
55 122
54 120
53 118
52 116
51 115
50 113
49 112
48 111
47 110
46 108
45 107
44 106
43 105
42 103
41 101
40 100
39 99
38 97
37 95
36 94
35 93
34 92
33 90
32 89
31 88
30 87
29 85
28 84
27 82
26 80
25 78
24 76
23 75
22 73
21 71
20 70
19 68
18 66
17 64
16 63
15 61
14 60
13 58
12 57
11 55
10 54
9 52
8 50
7 49
 Full Scale IQ
Sum of ALL (6) SS FSIQ

130 170
129 170
128 170
127 170
126 170
125 170
124 170
123 169
122 168
121 167
120 166
119 165
118 164
117 163
116 162
115 161
114 160
113 159
112 158
111 157
110 156
109 155
108 154
107 153
106 152
105 150
104 149
103 148
102 147
101 146
100 145
99 144
98 143
97 142
96 141
95 140
94 139
93 138
92 137
91 135
90 134
89 133
88 132
87 131
86 130
85 128
84 127
83 126
82 124
81 123
80 122
79 120
78 119
77 118
76 117
75 115
74 114
73 113
72 112
71 111
70 110
69 109
68 108
67 107
66 106
65 105
64 104
63 103
62 102
61 101
60 100
59 99
58 98
57 97
56 96
55 95
54 94
53 93
52 92
51 91
50 90
49 89
48 88
47 87
46 86
45 85
44 83
43 82
42 81
41 80
40 78
39 77
38 76
37 74
36 73
35 72
34 70
33 69
32 68
21 66
30 65
29 64
28 63
27 62
26 61
25 60
24 58
23 57
22 56
21 55
20 54
19 53
18 52
17 51
16 50
15 49
14 48
13 47
12 46
11 45
10 44
 General Knowledge Statistics
Simple scatter comparing CAIT Raw score with WAIS information SS.

N= 20. R = 0.95 uncorrected.

Reliability Statistics

Cronbach's Alpha N of Items

.913 32

*Note: One individual with a ceiling WAIS Information score was substituted with a RAIT
information score due to obvious ceiling effects on the WAIS.

**Note 2: I did not spend time collecting data re; Vocabulary for the initial release. This is in
part because the Vocabulary subtest uses SAT and GRE V items that I have already analyzed
extensively on other tests. It is safe to assume that the correlation between WAIS Vocabulary
and CAIT Vocabulary is > r = 0.7 and that Cronbach’s alpha is ~0.9.
 Visual Puzzles Statistics
Simple scatter comparing CAIT Raw score with WAIS Visual Puzzles SS

N = 30. R = 0.81 uncorrected.

Reliability Statistics
Cronbach's
Alpha N of Items
.892 31
 Figure Weights Statistics

Simple scatter comparing CAIT Raw score with WAIS Figure Weights SS

N = 20. R = 0.80 uncorrected.

Reliability Statistics
Cronbach's
Alpha N of Items
.915 26

*Note: Figure Weights data was confounded somewhat due to several factors. The time limit for
the FW subtest was adjusted somewhat during testing. Additionally, unlike the other subtests, I
was unable to acquire many professionally proctored FW scores. Most of the scores are either
proctored over discord or self-proctored. Given that FW is not a core WAIS subtest, this is
unsurprising.
 FAQ
• Classmarker is out of credits. How do I take CAIT?
Unfortunately, you will have to either wait for another month or until I release the PDF version.
Alternatively, if I’m fortunate enough to get some help, I may automate the test outside of CM.

• Will you add more subtests in the future?

That is likely. If I do create a more comprehensive version with additional subtests, I will still leave this
version in circulation as it is extremely rapid.

• Why didn’t you use a Matrix reasoning test?

One reason was to minimize test taking time. Another was that matrix reasoning tests are extremely
common on the internet and I felt the use of more novel test types would be beneficial.

• Are you still collecting data?

Yes! If you have data from an administration of the WAIS, please send me your WAIS results so I can add
them to the data collection.

• The result I got on this test is completely different than what I got on other tests.
If taken properly, the results on the CAIT correlate strongly with results on the WAIS. I cannot speak to
correlations with other tests.

However, please see the 90% confidence intervals listed in this document. 5-10% of test takers will get a
result that is anomalous. This is expected. IQ tests are not perfect and there are many reasons some
individuals may receive an unusual or unrepresentative score.

If your WAIS results were radically different than your CAIT results, see Q4.

• Do you need help updating CAIT?

I am always open to collaboration, and anyone interested in contributing material or automation to the
CAIT should contact me (EqusB) on reddit.

Thank you to everyone that collaborated in the creation of this test. An additional thank you goes out to
u/MelerEcckmanLawler. I hope CAIT was enjoyable and informative.